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FY05 UTN

2005 Ford Transit Connect

Blue Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2022
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

117,130 mi
Last recorded117,130 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2021
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit Connect102,650 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY05 UTN
MakeFord
ModelTransit Connect
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2021 117,130 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2020 110,916 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2019 104,628 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2018 95,963 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2018 95,963 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Sep 2017 86,871 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 78,163 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 71,300 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2015 71,300 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 10 Sep 2014 63,095 miles

Oil leak

Fail 10 Sep 2014 63,095 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak

Fail 28 Aug 2013 53,981 miles

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 28 Aug 2013 53,981 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 46,360 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

clutch pedal pivot worn

Pass 9 Sep 2011 38,232 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 29,979 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2010 29,979 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 11 Sep 2009 21,972 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 11,171 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 10,845 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Transit Connect?

Based on 3,622,068 MOT tests across 283,952 vehicles.

70.3%
Pass Rate
7,948
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
283,952
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 121,813
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 105,772
Stop lamp not working 69,148
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 67,188
Brake pipe excessively corroded 66,256
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FY05 UTN is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect in Blue with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2005 Ford Transit Connect models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 102,650 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Transit Connect fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 121,813 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FY05 UTN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Transit Connect typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 21 years old, this Ford Transit Connect is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FY05 UTN?

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What year was FY05 UTN registered?

FY05 UTN is a 2005 Ford Transit Connect, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is FY05 UTN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY05 UTN shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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